Homestead Exemption

As a resident of Florida, you may apply for a special property tax exemption on your homestead.  Property which you use as your permanent residence, may qualify for a Florida Homestead Exemption.  If granted, this exemption would reduce the taxable value of your property by up to $25,000.

This exemption would provide you with a substantial savings on the taxes levied against your homestead by all taxing authorities.  In some areas your tax savings could be as much as $600.00

Pursuant to State Law regarding Homestead Exemption in Florida, regular filing for this exemption begins on January 1 and ends on March 1 each year.

In order to avoid long lines during the regular filing period for homestead exemption, many Florida Counties have implemented an Early Filing for Homestead Exemption Program whereby you may pre-file applications beginning March 2 through December 31 for the following year.  Check with your individual Property Appraiser for availability and details.

Once granted, as long as there are no changes to your deed or your qualification status, your homestead exemption will be renewed automatically each year.

To the right are links to a full explanation of the Qualifications For Homestead Exemption in Florida detailing the actual statute on the Florida Department of Revenue website, as well as a great Homestead Exemption FAQ site.  Florida Amendment 10 is also covered on these sites.

Orange Homestead Information	Seminole Homestead Information
Lake Homestead Information	Osceola Homestead Information
Volusia Homestead Information	Brevard Homestead Information